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First Looks: Body Glove, Hotromz, iRecharge, Belkin & Pac Rim shuffle

By Jeremy Horwitz ● Monday, September 5, 2005

If you haven’t seen Sneak Peeks in The Free iPod Book, you’re missing out on some great advance looks at new iPod accessories. While you download the Book, here are some of the newest accessories that have arrived at iLounge over the past several days:

This attractive hard rubber case from wetsuit and cell phone case maker Body Glove features a textured design with an integrated screen protector and swiveling belt clip. It fits 20GB/30GB iPods only, and was a pleasant surprise to see the company stray from its neoprene case leanings.

This furry fabric case covers your entire iPod in a mane of colored yarn and fabric balls. While the iPod’s top is partially exposed to air, the yarn overhangs and typically covers it. A gift box and certificate of authenticity are included.

This attractive hard rubber case from wetsuit and cell phone case maker Body Glove features a textured design with an integrated screen protector and swiveling belt clip. It was a pleasant surprise to see the company stray from its neoprene case leanings. Our sample included a lanyard for optional attachment to the top of the belt clip.

This furry fabric case covers your entire iPod mini in a mane of colored yarn. While the mini’s top is partially exposed to air, the yarn overhangs and typically covers it. A gift box and certificate of authenticity are included.

This attractive and unique hard rubber iPod shuffle case from wetsuit and cell phone case maker Body Glove features a textured design with an integrated Control Pad protector and swiveling belt clip. It was a pleasant surprise to see the company stray from its neoprene case leanings. Our sample included a lanyard for optional attachment to the top of the belt clip.

This elaborate iPod shuffle rechargeable battery set includes a pack that promises 40 hours of additional playtime, a USB charging cable and three colored rubber cases. A buy one get one free deal is advertised prominently on the packaging, adding to its value.

This furry fabric case covers your entire iPod shuffle in a mane of colored yarn. While the shuffle’s top is partially exposed to air, the yarn overhangs and typically covers it. A gift box and certificate of authenticity are included.

This collection of accessories includes a wearable headphone lanyard and two replacement USB caps.

We’ll have plenty more to say on these new iPod accessories in the days to come - and there are some other surprises in store, too. For other great accessories, again, check out the Free iPod Book, available now! Earlier features on Nyko’s Movie Player and iLounge Loves Japan are stil available online, as well.